As of March 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Program Associate in Philadelphia, PA is $50,912, equivalent to $24 per hour, $979 weekly, or $4,243 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Program Associate in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Program Associate in Philadelphia, PA vary widely, spanning from $38,009 to $61,596. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($44,158) and 75th percentile ($56,505), while top earners (90th percentile) make $61,596 per year. This $12,347 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Planning or Programming, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Philadelphia Program Associate often earn 5.0% higher than national averages. However, Philadelphia currently ranks 236 statewide for Program Associate job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Program Associate Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Program Associate Salary $38,009 Philadelphia, PA March 01, 2026
25th Percentile Program Associate Salary $44,158 Philadelphia, PA March 01, 2026
50th Percentile Program Associate Salary $50,912 Philadelphia, PA March 01, 2026
75th Percentile Program Associate Salary $56,505 Philadelphia, PA March 01, 2026
90th Percentile Program Associate Salary $61,596 Philadelphia, PA March 01, 2026
25% $44,158 10% $38,009 90% $61,596 75% $56,505 $50,912 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Program Associate

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    Non-Profit Program Coordinator

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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